1970 Ford 17 vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1970 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 185 kg more than 1970 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford 17 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Honda Accord (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford 17 | 1989 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | 17 | Accord |
Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |